Precision Machinist Apprentice Review

I am a machinist and I use lathes, mills, CNC machines, etc to make components.

I have leant lots of new skills over the course of my apprenticeship. Experiencing how to use the various machines has been a great learning experience.

I really enjoy my apprentice, I enjoy the challenge every time I am faced with anew job.

The first two years have been really well organised, work can be slow at times but I always feel like I am progressing when I'm working. It is quite concerning though the lack of placements for machinists.

I know that whenever I have an issue or concern, my line manager or pastoral is always available and will always take me seriously.

We have had issues with poor teachers in the past, this has been resolved now but it did take a long time to be resolved and it did really impact our ability to learn.

The practical side of things doesn't impact work because it is all stuff we've already experience lots already. Maths and materials can be helpful, and the CAD stuff is pretty interesting.

There are some extra-curricular activities, but they are limited.

Yes

I really enjoy my apprentice. Everything on site is always interesting, the working environment is always great, and my instructors are always really important. Aside from issues with placements, I have no complaints about any aspects on-site.

Be patient, the recruiting process is very slow and sometimes stressful, but it is so worth it when you finally get onto site.